2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TrailBlazer | SL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 1000 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |